Snacks

Looking for better snack options your kids actually want to eat? Here you’ll find simple, homemade snack recipes made from real ingredients — fun, flavorful, and family-friendly. From sweet treats to savory bites, these snacks are designed to be easy, wholesome, and teen & kid-approved.

Protein Balls

These protein balls are perfect for a quick grab-and-go breakfast, an easy snack, or packing into school lunches.

1 1/2 cup rolled oats

1 1/2 cup crispy rice cereal

1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut

1/2 cup chocolate chips

1/2 cup dried cranberries

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 cup peanut butter

1/2 cup honey

Mix together all ingredients. Using a small cookie scoop or your hands, form balls. Place on a cookie sheet and put in the refrigerator until firm. Store in fridge.

Rice Crispy Treats

These browned butter Rice Krispie treats are a simple twist on a classic snack. They’re quick and easy to make with just 3 simple ingredients. Soft, chewy, and perfectly gooey, these treats are ideal for a quick afternoon snack, a last-minute party dessert, or anytime you’re craving something nostalgic.

Ingredients

1 cup salted butter

20 oz mini marshmallows

10 cups crispy rice cereal

Instructions

In a large stock pot, melt the butter over medium heat, stirring constantly. After a few minutes, the butter will begin to foam and brown. As soon as you see brown flecks forming, remove the pot from the heat.
Immediately, add the mini marshmallows to the hot browned butter. Stir until the marshmallows begin to melt and get puffy.
Add half of the crispy rice cereal and stir until coated. Then add the remaining cereal and gently stir until everything is evenly combined.
Spray a 9×13-inch pan with non-stick cooking spray. Transfer the mixture into the pan and press it down using a fork.
Tip: Spraying the fork with non-stick cooking spray helps prevent sticking.
Let the treats cool completely, then cut into squares and enjoy!

Tropical Smoothie

This pineapple mango banana smoothie is a quick, healthy breakfast that’s perfect for busy mornings. Made with simple ingredients, it’s creamy, refreshing, and easy to blend in minutes. Perfect for an on-the-go breakfast or easy snack the whole family will love. 💛

Ingredients

3/4 cup frozen mango chunks

1 frozen banana

3/4 cup frozen pineapple chunks

1/2 c. vanilla yogurt

1 cup milk or vanilla Carnation Breakfast Shake

1 T. chia seeds (optional)

Combine all ingredients into a blender.

Blend until smooth and creamy.

If more liquid is needed, add a little water.

Pour into a glass and enjoy!